Tefsole 10 MG Tablet

Description

Tefsole 10 MG Tablet is an Antispastic agent which is used to relieve pain and improves the muscle movement. It should be started at low doses and increased gradually based on the response. Do not stop abruptly due to the risk of seizures.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Tefsole 10 MG Tablet

In addition to its intended effect, Tefsole 10 MG Tablet may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately.

Ringing or buzzing in the ears

Change in mood

Skin rash

Confusion

Dizziness

Nausea or Vomiting

Muscle weakness

Headache

Constipation

Difficult or painful urination

severe

Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.

rare

Observed in a small fraction of population.

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

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Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Tefsole 10 MG Tablet

Onset of action

The peak plasma concentration can be achieved in 2 to 3 hours. It takes 3 to 4 days for the medicine to show its effect.

Duration of effect

The medicine stays in the body for an average duration of 7 to 12 hours.

Safe with alcohol?

moderate

Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it can result in dizziness and difficulty in concentration. Avoid activities that need mental alertness like driving and operating machinery.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendency has been reported

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is known to excreted through the breast milk. It is not recommended in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Monitoring of symptoms like sedation is necessary.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Tefsole 10 MG Tablet

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Tefsole 10 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Tefsole 10 MG Tablet

Tefsole 10 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of spasticity caused due to the brain or spinal cord injury characterized by stiffness of muscles and interferes with normal body movement.

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When not to use?

Contraindications for Tefsole 10 MG Tablet

Allergy

Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Tefsole 10 MG Tablet.

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Dosage

Missed / Overdose instructions

Missed Dose

Overdose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

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Interactions

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you’re at risk of a drug interaction.

Interaction with Alcohol moderate

Description

- Use of this medicine with alcohol will cause depression of the central nervous system and respiratory system.

Instructions

- Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it can result in dizziness and difficulty in concentration. Avoid activities that need mental alertness like driving and operating machinery.

Interaction with Medicine

Clobazam

moderate

Opioids

severe

Antihypertensives

moderate

Other Interactions

Disease

Food

Lab Test

Kidney Disease

severe

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with the kidney disease due to increase in the concentration of this medicine and increase in the risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary. The dose should be adjusted based on the CrCl.

This is not an exhaustive list of interactions. Always inform your doctor beforehand about your medical history and current medications.

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General Instructions

Take Tefsole 10 MG Tablet as advised by the doctor at the same time every day. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting the doctor due to the risk of seizures and hallucinations.

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Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is known to excreted through the breast milk. It is not recommended in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Monitoring of symptoms like sedation is necessary.

Black box warnings

Abrupt discontinuation of intrathecal baclofen, regardless of the cause, has resulted in sequelae that include high fever, altered mental status, exaggerated rebound spasticity, and muscle rigidity, that in rare cases have advanced to rhabdomyolysis, multiple organ-system failure, and death.
Prevention of abrupt discontinuation of intrathecal baclofen requires careful attention to programming and monitoring of the infusion system, refill scheduling and procedures, and pump alarms. Patients and caregivers should be advised of the importance of keeping scheduled refill visits and should be educated on the early symptoms of baclofen withdrawal. Special attention should be given to patients at apparent risk (e.g. spinal cord injuries at T-6 or above, communication difficulties, history of withdrawal symptoms from oral or intrathecal baclofen). Consult the technical manual of the implantable infusion system for additional postimplant clinician and patient information

General warnings

Abrupt withdrawal

This medicine may cause hallucinations and seizures if stopped abruptly. The dose should be reduced gradually over a period of 1 to 2 weeks based on patients response.

Central nervous system disorders

This medicine may worsen the conditions like schizophrenia depressive or manic disorders, confusional states or Parkinson's disease. It should be used with caution in these patients. Inform the doctor if any symptoms appear.

Impaired kidney function

The concentration of this medicine may increase in patients with kidney disease. The kidney function should be monitored carefully. The dose should be adjusted based on the CrCl.

Ovarian cysts

Ovarian cysts were found in patients being treated with this medicine for up to one year and disappeared later.

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